Transaction Manager – Real Estate Legal

Burlington Helping Burlington

. Oversee the timely completion of downsize lease amendments and subleases, strategic lease amendments, consents, waivers, and related documents .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in real estate transactions, including lease amendments, subleases, and title analysis, while effectively managing legal documentation and coordinating with various stakeholders. Proficient in identifying risks and implementing process improvements in lease administration.

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Real Estate TransactionsLease AdministrationTitle AnalysisDocument Management SystemsParalegal Certificate

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Hard Skills

Lease AmendmentsSubleasesReal Estate Documents AnalysisNegotiationRisk AssessmentBusiness AuditsConstruction AbstractsDocument DraftingTransaction CoordinationLegal Documentation Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationDispute ResolutionTeam CollaborationProject Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookLease Administration Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal Certificate

Industry Keywords

Real EstateRetail LeasesTitle MattersSurplus Property DispositionsWaiversConsentsEasement AgreementsLegal ComplianceLease Process ImprovementsIn-House Legal Team

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the timely completion of downsize lease amendments and subleases, strategic lease amendments, consents, waivers, and related documents
Manage transactions for downsize stores, supply chain facilities, office locations, and surplus property dispositions
Analyze real estate title and transaction documentation, especially retail leases
Negotiate subordination agreements and prepare lease estoppels
Draft correspondence to landlords and other parties
Assist in resolving disputes with landlords concerning property management and lease administration
Analyze leases and reciprocal easement agreements and identify critical negotiation points
Supervise Legal Specialists preparing reports, consents, waivers, and routine lease amendments
Review and prepare business audits of existing leases before letter-of-intent negotiations
Analyze letters of intent for downsize and sublease deals for AMC and AMEC review
Support outside counsel by assembling exhibits and background documents
Draft and negotiate lease amendments, letter agreements, and other deal modifications with landlords
Track downsize projects, coordinate with Construction partners, communicate delays, and lead responses to landlord delay claims
Prepare construction abstracts identifying key dates and deadlines
Coordinate transaction documentation with other teams, including landlord work scopes, façade modifications, and sign packages
Create standardized forms, templates, SOPs, and other materials with Attorneys and Legal Specialists
Recommend and implement new lease-process improvements
Manage, track, and report on legal documentation and lease amendment status
Manage consent and waiver intake and escalate matters requiring attorney review
Track key dates for surplus property dispositions and report status to Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, Facilities, and Legal stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a paralegal certificate
5-10 years of experience with real estate and title matters, including sales and acquisitions, at a law firm, title insurance company, or an in-house legal team for a retailer, shopping center REIT, or developer
Advanced understanding of real estate documents and ability to review and analyze them independently with minimal supervision
Ability to assess how real estate documents affect the business, identify risks, and determine when waivers, amendments to recorded documents, or other documentation are needed
Experience with real estate transactions beyond leasing, including coordinating documentation and closing sales and acquisitions
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as document management and lease administration systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive wages
Flexible hours
Associate discount
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) plan
Training and development opportunities